Thornton Primary School

URN: 143944 • Bradford BD13 3NN

Overview

Name
Thornton Primary School
URN
143944
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth Davison (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01274833839
Website
Visit
Address
Thornton Road, Bradford BD13 3NN

Summary

Thornton Primary School, located in Bradford, is an academy converter that serves a mixed-gender population of 475 pupils, with a capacity for 600. The school is dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment, prioritising the welfare of its students through robust safeguarding practices. As an Operation Encompass school, Thornton Primary is committed to ensuring that all staff and volunteers uphold these standards.

The curriculum at Thornton Primary is designed to meet statutory requirements while promoting best practices in education. The school aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that supports the academic and personal development of each child. With approximately 27.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school is attuned to the diverse needs of its community.

Thornton Primary School actively engages with parents and the local community, fostering partnerships that enhance the educational experience. For more information on policies and practices, parents can visit the school's official website.

Key details

LA
Bradford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
FOCUS ACADEMY TRUST (UK) LTD
Capacity
600
Pupils
475
Boys
249
Girls
226
FSM %
27.20
Open date
2017-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 475 249 226 600 27.20
2024-09-11 503 260 243 600 28.90
2023-09-11 528 274 254 600 25.60
2022-09-11 528 274 254 600 25.60
2021-09-11 560 281 279 660 23.30
2020-09-11 585 304 281 660 15.40

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